I think I'm in trouble - replacing fork seals turned ugly

[Steve83]

You can't have too many tools! There's always somewhere to put them...

 

[Ansimp]

+1 :good:
Don't forget to get a correct impact socket for the job :yes:

 

[Denver]

Hate to endorse Harbor Freight, :blush: but their earthquake impact 1/2" gun is a GREAT piece of equipment, :good: & often on sale for $70-$80. Have had mine since 04, & used it on bikes & cars for disassembly 90% of the time. 2'nd click is good for car lug nuts to tighten, & feels good when checked with 4 way. New ones now have 700lbs of torque, mines about 640 if memory serves. Good Luck

 

[chrisbags]

I GOT IT I GOT IT I GOT IT! Ordered the DeWalt 20vMax impact wrench - found one on Amazon for $125.00 - I already have the XR batteries for my drill - popped that bolt out in two shakes! I just finished cleaning and oiling all of the internals and I'm going to reassemble tonight! WOOHOOO! Thanks guys! How much fork oil (I'm going to use ATF) should I put in there with a set of progressive springs? I know it's supposed to be less than the stock springs because they displace more oil - anyone got the magic number on that?

 

[joedrum]

great you got it :yahoo: ...i dont know the specs for atf fill and progressive springs

 

[dan filipi]

Seems like we have the Progressive front's spec in the gallery.....be right back

 

[dan filipi]

Progressive's Fork Spring Installation Instructions

 

[chrisbags]

Nice! Thx!!

 

[slabghost]

Congratulations! I've used a co workers Dewalt rattle gun. I really like them.

 

[Omega Man]

Gratz! +1 on the choice of doing it yourself.

~O~

 

[Denver]

15 weight is a real plus if you like a taught type of ride, air pressure can sometimes be reduced to 0 if you want a little cush instead.

 

[dan filipi]

I found 20 wt firmed up the ride too much, more like a pogo stick.
Drained it and put in atf.

 

[Mad Dog Tannen]

Good thread, I am about to attempt this today. Now I know what to look for.

 

[Denver]

Progressive said 15wt for 1200 & 1500's if memory serves, :headscratch: that's what I have & liked upgrade, :yes: still use a little air in mine. :good: A T F works fine but a little soft to suit me.

 

[julimike54]

I have similar Progressive springs & run 20W, but I don't tend to dawdle to much, very nice firmness

 

[Mad Dog Tannen]

I now feel your pain, it took me a long time to get one of those dang bolts out last weekend.

 

[Denver]

That bottom allan that holds everything can be an issue if it's been buggered up by someone else. E Z out works when allans fail, but NEVER had ANY PROBLEMS taking apart again. Always use a thread sealer, locktite, or the like to make sure they do not back out & leak on axil & maybe the tire, & brakes!!! :headscratch:

 

[Mad Dog Tannen]

Denver » Tue Apr 14, 2015 6:00 am[/url]":maf82uj4]
That bottom allan that holds everything can be an issue if it's been buggered up by someone else. E Z out works when allans fail, but NEVER had ANY PROBLEMS taking apart again. Always use a thread sealer, locktite, or the like to make sure they do not back out & leak on axil & maybe the tire, & brakes!!! :headscratch:

That was the one... 3 sizes of easy outs and one hour of banging, drilling and cranking. The other one came out on the first try ironically.

 

[chrisbags]

I have to re-replace the right seal, I must have not had it set quite properly after re-assembly. the left tube has no issues but the right is definetly leaking. I replaced the bushings, etc. as well as the springs - so I'm not bottoming out anymore thanks to Progressive, but I still have to tear it back down to replace the right seal again. Live and learn!

 

[Mad Dog Tannen]

chrisbags » Tue Apr 14, 2015 12:21 pm[/url]":164u1qa5]
I have to re-replace the right seal, I must have not had it set quite properly after re-assembly. the left tube has no issues but the right is definetly leaking. I replaced the bushings, etc. as well as the springs - so I'm not bottoming out anymore thanks to Progressive, but I still have to tear it back down to replace the right seal again. Live and learn!

At least that bottom bolt will be clean and easy to remove!